Accounts Receivable Associate

TCAT Jackson; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

TCAT Jackson is seeking an Accounts Receivable Associate to support Fiscal Services at the Jackson campus. You will coordinate collections, process financial aid, handle daily cash and billing, and ensure accurate posting to student accounts.

The role requires a technical diploma or higher and at least one year in AR or related financial operations; completion of a post-secondary credential is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires a technical diploma; Associate’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of one year of accounts receivable or related financial operations experience.
• Three years in a post-secondary institution is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate collection of outstanding receivables, including delinquent accounts.
• Process, verify, and distribute financial aid funds per policy.
• Manage payment receipting and daily cash handling.
• Prepare and issue invoices for accounts receivable billing.
• Post entries for cash management and account adjustments.
• Monitor student charges and coordinate third-party funding.
• Facilitate student purchases with approved external vendors.
• Prepare deposits for bookstore and registration operations.
• Apply payments and credits to accounts; ensure timeliness.
• Support audits, reconciliations, and reporting.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Customer service

Computer skills

Education

Technical diploma

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Thank you for your interest in employment with Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT). Our employees play an important role in helping students prepare for careers through high-quality technical training. We’re glad you are considering a career with us.

TCATs offer employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and life insurance.

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Accounts Receivable Associate

Title: Accounts Receivable Associate

Employee Classification: Clerical & Secretarial

Institution: TCAT-Jackson

Department: Fiscal Services

Campus Location: TCAT Jackson

Job Summary

• Coordinate the collection of outstanding receivables, including delinquent accounts and returned checks.
• Process, verify, and distribute financial aid funds in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Manage payment receipting activities and daily cash handling functions.
• Prepare and distribute invoices for accounts receivable billing.
• Prepare and process journal entries related to cash management, payment receipting, and account adjustments for students, agencies, bookstores, and other entities.
• Coordinate and monitor student charges for third-party funding sources and related programs.
• Facilitate and coordinate student purchases with approved external vendors.
• Prepare and process cash and credit card deposits for bookstore and registration operations.
• Post bookstore charges and payments accurately to student accounts.
• Apply payments, adjustments, and credits to student and third-party accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare invoices and billing documentation for Special Industry training contracts and related services.
• Monitor returned checks and initiate appropriate collection and recovery efforts.
• Maintain accurate financial records and provide support for audits, reconciliations, and reporting requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job Duties

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a technical diploma, Associate’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in accounts receivable, accounting, bookkeeping, or related financial operations.
• Three years of experience working in a post-secondary institution is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Evidence of excellent communication and computer skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Possess organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Exceptional customer service skills.